Car News
Sedona scores a hat trick
The Kia Sedona has secured another top spot in the Auto Express Used Car Honours, winning the Large MPV category for the third consecutive year.
Rolls-Royce commissions interactive artwork
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has announced details of the winning design for a permanent large-scale artwork to be situated at the Bishop Otter campus, Chichester University. Winning artist Walter van Rijn’s design for a Sound Unit in the shape of an ellipse was the unanimous choice by the panel of judges. The competition for the commission was open to artists worldwide, in partnership with Chichester District Council and the University of Chichester.
Get your kit on this summer
Kia has launched “Design My Kia”; an additional component to their website that enables customers to choose accessories for their Kia and preview what their selection will look like before buying.
Citroen horse power drives the Grand National again
Citroen horse power will once again drive one of Britain’s most loved sporting events, the Grand National, which takes place next weekend.
A classic collection marks Autoglym Concours landmark
Autoglym has launched a new top-of-the-range valet case which comprises more than £100-worth of products for less than £60.
Mazda3 2.0D even more appealing than before
During the second half of 2006 Mazda enhanced and expanded its successful Mazda3 line-up by introducing a major upgraded version and, more recently, the all-new flagship model Mazda3 MPS super-hatch, one of the most powerful front-wheel drive compact cars in the world. Now Mazda is expanding the engine line up for its popular C-segment model with a powerful, high-torque 2.0 MZR-CD 143ps common-rail turbo diesel which will make the Mazda3 line-up even more appealing than before.
Mazda3 MPS – the ultimate super-hatch
The sensational new Mazda3 MPS super-hatch, the fastest, best handling, best braking model in the hugely popular Mazda3 range, is on sale in the UK, priced from just £18,995 on?the?road. Reaching the same heights of handling prowess as the Mazda6 MPS, Mazda RX-8 PZ special edition and the iconic Mazda MX-5, the Mazda3 MPS is being marketed in the UK as a fully specified and lavishly equipped two-model range.
Mondial launches online renewals initiative
Mondial UK, provider in bespoke roadside assistance services and warranty provider in the manufacturer branded market, has launched an innovative campaign to strengthen brand loyalty and customer retention for its manufacturer clients. The new initiative is to create an online transaction solution for each of Mondial’s clients, enabling consumers to conduct a quick and simple renewal of an existing roadside assistance and/or warranty policy.
Ron Fellows edition Corvette available in UK
The Corvette Z06 ‘Ron Fellows edition’ has been introduced to mark the contribution of the Canadian racer to the success of the Corvette racing programme and is available in strictly limited numbers in the UK.
KYB gives its shock treatment to new generation of 4x4s
KYB has increased its original equipment (OE) business with Mitsubishi and PSA Peugeot Citroën by supplying shock absorbers for the Mitsubishi Outlander, Peugeot 4007 and Citroën C-Crosser.
Non-stop demand for the British built taxi
Figures published by The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders last week show 469 new British built TX4 taxis were sold during March.
Opportunity knocks for Bellerby
Several times during the 2006 season Lotus Exige driver Dave Bellerby (Northallerton) was close enough to the championship leading Supercar racers to make it clear that, given the right opportunity, he could win an event.
Ferrari GB presents “Excellence in Customer Service” award
As part of Ferrari GB’s ongoing aim to provide industry-leading customer service in all areas of the business, an Aftersales CSI telephone survey was conducted on service and repair work carried out in the Ferrari GB Dealer Network during the months of November 2006 and January 2007.
Volvo S40 and V50 Sportswagon
Volvo’s two best-selling models in 20061, the S40 saloon and V50 Sportswagon, have been given a comprehensive external and internal redesign to enhance their dynamism, versatility and safety even further, while visually drawing both models closer to Volvo’s all-new S (saloon) and V (estate) styling. With effect from 2008 Volvo model year, production starts in May and first customer cars will arrive in the UK in early July.
Car buyers not prepared to haggle
On average, you can save over £1,500 on the price of a brand new car through haggling, but new research from Sainsbury’s Bank reveals that many motorists are not prepared to do this.